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Welcome to ADHD UK
ADHD UK is by people with ADHD for people with ADHD.
The best place to start is our About ADHD page. From there we have videos (by Dr Max Davie – specialist in ADHD, trustee of ADHD UK and person with ADHD), we have information on teacher attitudes to help inform conversations with your school, and for adults a self-screener survey to uncover if you might have ADHD.
If you think you have ADHD and are worried about NHS waiting times please look at the diagnosis pathway page, which has information on your NHS Right to Choose and faster NHS paid options.
We’ve recently launched our discovery platform to find ADHD strategies, products and ideas.
We hold video based support groups. Bringing people together on areas such as “Recently diagnosed Adult ADHD”, “Finding the right career”, “Parenting” and others. If you are interesting in participating join our mailing list to be notified.
If you want to get involved. You can read our political goals and strategy here as well as learn about how to get involved. If you want to donate or fundraise. Then please get in touch! If you’d like to explore volunteering then register your interest here.
To follow us as we grow please follow us on facebook, twitter or instagram or join our mailing list.
Current Research
Right now we’re undertaking research into the structured support available for people ADHD. In particular, we want to learn about people’s experiences of Exam Halls, To-do Systems, Access to Work, got Workplace Adjustments, and Student Disability Allowance.
If you’ve got experience please click the links. We’ll use your learnings to help others with ADHD.
Donate to ADHD UK
Please consider donating to support our work. We’re working to positively change what it means to have ADHD in the UK. We need your help to do that.
We receive no government funds. Fundraising is extremely difficult because of the economic climate and because of the discrimination and stigma that means many can’t be out and ask for fundraising sponsorship.
That means any donation you give is extremely valued. It is the only way we can do the work we do. Thank you for considering it.
ADHD Marketplace
Coaches and more
A diverse directory of professionals who truly understand ADHD. All in our Marketplace. If you are interested in getting an ADHD Coach, Tutor, Home or Office Organiser, attending a Workshop or more then check it out. If you offer ADHD services and want to participate then get in touch.
What is ADHD
One of many videos available on our youtube channel.
ADHD UK are regularly across UK Media. Raising the profile of ADHD in the UK:
Channel 5 : Storm & Alexis. Are we over-diagnosing ADHD? [The answer it no]
Henry Shelford (CEO and Co-founder of ADHD UK) speaking on the Storm and Alexis show on why ADHD is not over-diagnosed and is infact chronically under-diagnosed…
ADHD UK on LBC. Discussing new lancet published research on ADHD. Highlighting the large increase in ADHD represents historic failure to diagnose.
Henry Shelford (CEO of ADHD UK) on LBC news live discussing the new Lancet research and how it shows the chronic under-diagnosis of people with ADHD…
Mirror: Rates of ADHD soar in women. Henry Shelford (CEO, ADHD UK) provided comment and background information.
New research shows increases in ADHD. Particularly in women. Henry Shelford provided comment and background information. Henry Shelford, of ADHD UK, said: “The percentage increase in…
Daily Telegraph | Women Drive soaring use of ADHD medication
New research shows increases in ADHD. Particularly in women. Henry Shelford provided comment and background information. All via PA News Henry Shelford, of ADHD UK, said:…
Press and Journal | The Courier | The Courier and Advertiser Fife | Courier and Adverister Perth | Western Morning News | : Rise in prescriptions for ADHD ‘driven by women’
New research shows increases in ADHD. Particularly in women. Henry Shelford provided comment and background information. All via PA News Henry Shelford, of ADHD UK, said:…
Radio News Hub (News to 400 UK radio stations) | Henry Shelford commenting on the Lancet research showing an increase in ADHD medication shows the low base line and clearly shows the healthcare gap for ADHD
New research shows increases in ADHD. Particularly in women. Henry Shelford provided comment and background information. All via PA News Henry Shelford, of ADHD UK, said:…
The Guardian | NHS limiting ADHD assessments to save money despite soaring demand [BASED ON AN ADHD UK REPORT]
New research shows increases in ADHD. Particularly in women. Henry Shelford provided comment and background information. Henry Shelford, of ADHD UK, said: “The percentage increase in…
Financial Times | ADHD patients stripped of NHS prescriptions under crackdown GP practices are increasingly withdrawing from shared-care agreements with patients diagnosed by private clinics
New research shows increases in ADHD. Particularly in women. Henry Shelford provided comment and background information. All via PA News Henry Shelford, of ADHD UK, said:…
BBC East Midlands Radio | Henry Shelford talking about the impact of ADHD Assessment Waiting Times — Divi
BBC East Midlands Radio | Henry Shelford talking about the impact of ADHD Assessment Waiting Times — Divi
Times Radio | Henry Shelford speaking to John Pienaar to challenge media comments that ADHD is overdiagnosed
New research shows increases in ADHD. Particularly in women. Henry Shelford provided comment and background information. All via PA News Henry Shelford, of ADHD UK, said:…
BBC Radio 5 Live | Henry Shelford speaking to Adrian Chiles about the impact of ADHD waiting lists
New research shows increases in ADHD. Particularly in women. Henry Shelford provided comment and background information. All via PA News Henry Shelford, of ADHD UK, said:…
BBC One | BBC Breakfast Show | Henry Shelford talking about the impact of ADHD Assessment Waiting Times
New research shows increases in ADHD. Particularly in women. Henry Shelford provided comment and background information. All via PA News Henry Shelford, of ADHD UK, said:…
Mirror: Anthony Hopkins criticised by ADHD charity as he labels condition ‘nonsense’
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK, was quoted in the article and provided background information.
BBC: ‘I was in denial when I was told I had ADHD at 52’
ADHD UK Ambassador's Ellie Smith-Barratt featured in BBC News story on late diagnosis ADHD
The Pharmaceutical Journal: Number of adults prescribed ADHD medication rises by a quarter
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK, was quoted in the article and provided background information.
BBC Radio London: ADHD UK CEO Henry Shelford commenting on having ADHD to Shay Kaur Grewal
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK was interviewed and provided background information.
The Telegraph: Labour poised to scrap support for special needs pupils
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK, was quoted in the article and provided background information.
The Times: Offer ADHD help before diagnosis, NHS task force says
ADHD UK Ambassadors Parul Singh and Charlotte Atkins interviewed in the Times about the need for more ADHD support.
BBC: Pause in ADHD referrals ‘putting lives at risk’
Andy Morrison, ADHD UK Ambassador, was featured in this BBC article highlighting the risks of suspending adult ADHD referrals.
BBC: Greater awareness behind ADHD surge, study suggests
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK, was quoted in the article and provided background information.
Financial Times: Almost 2.5mn people in England estimated to have ADHD
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK, was quoted in the article and provided background information.
The Guardian: NHS accused of ‘abject failure’ on ADHD as 550,000 await assessment in England
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK, was quoted in the article and provided background information.
Times Radio: Henry Bonsu interviewing Henry Shelford about the new ADHD statistics
Henry Shelford, CEO of ADHD UK, discussed new NHS data showing over 800,000 people in England have been formally diagnosed with ADHD, though the actual number…
BBC Radio 4 – The World Tonight: Talking with ADHD UK Ambassadors Julie Livesy and Natalie Lane
ADHD UK Ambassadors Julie Livesy and Natalie Lane Open Up on Misdiagnosis and the ADHD Diagnosis Backlog
Our three most recent additions to our ADHD and Famous Page :
Joe Tracini
Joe Tracini (b. 1988) is an English actor, presenter and author. He appeared in the role of Dennis Savage in the Channel 4 soap opera Hollyoaks.…
Helena Bonham Carter
Helena Bonham Carter (b. 1966) is an English actress. She is known for her portrayals of eccentric women in blockbusters and independent films, particularly period dramas.…
Tom Holland
Thomas Stanley Holland (b.1996) is an English actor. The recipient of numerous accolades, including a BAFTA Award, he was featured on the Forbes 30 Under 30…
Darren Day
Darren Day (b.1968) is an English actor, singer and television presenter, known for his West End theatre starring roles. He has spoken about having ADHD.
Natalie Russell
Natalie Russell (b.1979) is a self-esteem and relationship recovery coach who gained public attention on ITV’s My Mum, Your Dad. She was diagnosed with ADHD at…
Kimberley Nixon
Kimberley Nixon (b.1985) is a Welsh actress. Nixon is known for her role as Sophy Hutton in the BBC One period drama Cranford, and appearances in…
Dean Windass
Dean Windass (b.1969) is an English former professional footballer who played as a striker. He played spells at Bradford City and contributed to his hometown team…
Dame Andrea Jenkyns
Dame Andrea Marie Jenkyns DBE (b. 1974) is a British politician who is the Reform UK Mayor-elect of Greater Lincolnshire. Previously, she served as the Conservative…
Lucy Bronze
Lucia Roberta Tough Bronze MBE (b.1991) is an English professional footballer who plays as a right-back for Women's Super League club Chelsea and the England women's…
Paul McKenna
Paul McKenna (b.1963) is a British hypnotist, behavioural scientist, television and radio broadcaster and author of self-help books. He has spoken about having ADHD.
Aly Muldowney
Alastair William "Aly" Muldowney (b.1983) is an English-born professional rugby union player. He is a versatile forward, being able to play in both the second row…
Aimee Lou Wood
Aimee Lou Wood (b.1994) is an English actress. After beginning her career on stage, she won the BAFTA for Best Female Comedy Performance for starring in…
Amber Gill
Amber Rose Gill (b. 1997) is an English television personality and author. In 2019, she won the fifth series of Love Island. She has since presented…
Paloma Faith
Paloma Faith Blomfield (b. 1981) is an English singer, songwriter, and actress. After signing with Epic Records in 2008, Faith released her debut studio album, Do…
Adam Peaty
Adam George Peaty (b. 1994) is an English competitive swimmer who specialises in the sprint breaststroke events. He won the gold medal in the 100 metre…
Mhairi Black
Mhairi Black (/ˈmæri/; (b. 1994) is a Scottish politician who served as Deputy Leader of the Scottish National Party (SNP) in the House of Commons from…
Trevor Noah
Trevor Noah (b.1984) is a South African comedian, writer, producer, political commentator, actor, and television host. He was the host of The Daily Show, an American…
Helen Flanagan
Helen Joyce Flanagan (b. 1990) is an English actress and model. She is best known for playing the role of Rosie Webster in the ITV soap…
Daniel Johnson MSP
Daniel Guy Johnson (b. 1977) is a Scottish Labour politician who has served as the Member of the Scottish Parliament (MSP) for the Edinburgh Southern constituency…
Busy Philipps
Elizabeth Jean "Busy" Philipps (b. 1979) is an American actress. She is best known for her roles on the television series Freaks and Geeks, Dawson's Creek,…
Ellen Degeneres
Ellen Lee DeGeneres (b. 1958) is an American comedian, actress, television host, writer, and producer. She starred in the television sitcoms Ellen and The Ellen Show.…
Freddy Brazier
Freddy Brazier (b. 2004) is an English model and television personality. The son of Jeff Brazier and Jade Goody, he made appearances in his mother's reality…
James Middleton
James William Middleton (b. 1987) is a British entrepreneur who is the younger brother of Catherine, Princess of Wales. Born in Reading, Berkshire, Middleton was educated…
Our three most recent ADHD UK Celebrity Ambassadors :
Our three most recent ADHD UK Ambassadors :
